BK10 Dining Chair - untreated teak
Carl Hansen & Søn BK10 Dining Chair
The BK10 Dining Chair, designed in 1959 by Danish architect Bodil Kjær, is part of her celebrated Indoor-Outdoor Series. Conceived to be as durable outdoors as it is beautiful indoors, the BK10 reflects Kjær’s architectural approach to furniture design, balancing clean lines with timeless functionality.
What makes the BK10 Dining Chair special?
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Architectural design: Inspired by Cubist forms, with a graphic, linear expression.
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Durable teak: Crafted from solid teak, chosen for its strength and natural ability to patinate into a silvery-grey finish over time.
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Elegant proportions: Designed with the surrounding environment in mind, ensuring the chair feels harmonious indoors and outdoors.
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Craftsmanship: Features mortised joints connecting armrests, legs, and runners into two sleek squares.
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Ergonomic comfort: An inclined seat and backrest provide supportive seating for dining.
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Custom comfort: Optional cushions in weather-resistant Sunbrella fabric are available for additional softness.
A timeless indoor-outdoor icon
Kjær designed the BK10 Dining Chair as part of a wider collection of architecturally inspired furniture, all of which share her vision of context-driven design. With its durability, craftsmanship, and sculptural clarity, the BK10 remains a versatile classic for modern living.
FAQs
Who designed the BK10 Dining Chair?
It was designed in 1959 by Danish architect Bodil Kjær.
What collection is it part of?
The chair belongs to Kjær’s Indoor-Outdoor Series, which also includes a lounge chair, dining table, sofa, side table, swing sofa, and sunbed.
What is the chair made of?
It is crafted from solid teak, a naturally weather-resistant hardwood.
Does it come with cushions?
Optional cushions upholstered in Sunbrella fabric are available for added comfort.
What makes its design unique?
The clean-lined, Cubist-inspired structure is achieved through mortised joints that form two precise squares.
Is it suitable for outdoor use?
Yes, teak’s natural oils make it highly durable outdoors, where it patinates beautifully over time.
Why is it considered architectural?
Kjær designed the furniture with proportions that relate to their environment, ensuring harmony between design, space, and user.
Who produces the BK10 today?
It is manufactured by Carl Hansen & Søn, maintaining Kjær’s vision of durable, context-driven design.
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